Lea Salonga set to be 1st Filipina to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Acclaimed Tony and Olivier Award-winning singer and actress Lea Salonga has been selected to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Live Theatre/Performance category, making her the first Filipina and fourth person of Filipino descent to receive the honor. She joins comedian and actor Rob Schneider, who was honored in Motion Pictures, as well as Bruno Mars and Apl.de.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas, who both received stars in the Recording category.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced the selection on July 3, though the ceremony date has not yet been announced. Salonga, known for her roles in “Miss Saigon,” and as the singing voices of Disney’s Jasmine and Mulan, expressed her gratitude on social media, dedicating the honor to her supporters and aspiring artists from the Philippines and Asia.